How to decorate with cloches

decorate with cloches

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Cloches are transparent, bell-shaped coverings originally used in covering plants during the cold winters or harsh weather. Often the cloches are made of glass. Another name for them is a bell jar. Whether you have an antique cloche or a reproduction, they are useful in decorating your home. Setting the open end of the cloche over a fragile item is an effective way to protect it from dust or breaking. Cloches add an old-fashioned charm to any decorative feature by displaying the item underneath. The shape and design of the cloche draws the eye visually to the decor.

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Things You'll Need

• Faux bird's nest
• Faux bird
• Pedestal
• Faux fruit
• Christmas village
• Cotton batting
• Pillar candle
• Plate
• Small potted plant
• Framed picture
• Silk or dried flower arrangement
• Sculpture (optional)

Instructions

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     Set a cloche on top of a faux bird's nest with a fake bird inside it. This is a perfect way to add a touch of nature to a country or rustic style home.

   • 2

     Place a cloche on top of a decorative cake pedestal. Set faux fruit inside it to add a touch of color to your kitchen counter top, or use it as a centerpiece on your dining room table.

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     Surround a tiny Christmas village on top of cotton batting with the cloche. This gives it the look of a snow globe.

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     Place the cloche on top of a pillar candle that coordinates with the other decor in the room. This draws the eye to the candle and color, providing added interest.

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     Lay a plate on your table top or other surface and add a potted plant in the center. Select one that thrives well in humid conditions, such as an African violet or purple passion plant. This creates a mini-terrarium out of your cloche. Using the plate protects the surface from moisture.

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     Draw attention to a framed picture by placing the cloche over it. The added size draws the eye visually to whatever is underneath the cloche.

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     Set the cloche over a silk or dried flower arrangement or other item that tends to get dusty. This reduces the dust particles and is an effective way to display a silk wedding bouquet, a corsage or other sentimental treasure.

Tips &- Warnings

• Adding a cloche over an expensive sculpture helps protect it from dust and breakage. Cloches come in a wide variety of sizes.

Source: www.ehow.com

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